Hit The Open Road On The 2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America
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If there’s one model in the 2021 BMW line-up that’s designed for touring North America, it’s the K 1600 Grand America. The Grand America is a European-made touring motorcycle from BMW Motorrad. It’s big, bold, powerful, and plush—and it comes packed with everything you need for a great North American road trip.
Like the rest of the K 1600 range, the Grand America draws power from BMW’s mighty 1,649 cc inline six-cylinder engine. It’s a big engine that produces big power, to the tune of 160 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque. That power is delivered to the wheel via a six-speed gearbox and kept in check with a full suite of advanced riding aids. The most notable of these include Dynamic Traction Control, Cruise Control, and ABS Pro.
Other features include a high windscreen, footboards, a Bluetooth-enabled audio system, dynamic ESA, Hill Start Control, Reverse Assist, and a multi-function controller. Riders can also take advantage of ample storage from the side bags and integrated top case, a xenon headlight, and engine protection bars.
For 2021, the K 1600 Grand America is available in three color options: Hockenheim Silver Metallic, Mars Red Metallic, and Black Storm Metallic.
The 2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America starts at $26,295 USD / $31,875 CAD.
On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America in one place.
Model Overview
General Info
- Price: $26,295 USD / $31,875 CAD
- Key Features:
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- Powerful six-cylinder inline engine
- Dynamic ESA: unevenness ironed flat.
- Reverse Assist: effortlessly maneuvering and backing out of parking spaces.
- Dynamic Traction Control
Main Specs
- Engine: 1,649 cc oil-/watercooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine
- Power: 160 HP
- Torque: 129 lbs-ft
- Wet Weight: 802 lbs (364 kg)
- Seat Height: 29.5 in (750 mm)
Competitors
- Honda Gold Wing
- Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring
- Indian Challenger
2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America Specifications
ENGINE |
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| Engine | 1,649 cc oil-/watercooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine | |
| Engine Power | 160 Hp | |
| Bore x Stroke | 72 mm x 67.5 mm | |
| Compression Ratio | 12.2 : 1 | |
| Fuel delivery | Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system | |
| Starter | Electric | |
| Max Torque | 129 lb-ft (175 Nm) at 5,250 rpm | |
DRIVETRAIN |
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| Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath | |
| Transmission | Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical cut gears | |
| Drive | Shaft drive 2.75:1 | |
CHASSIS |
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| Suspension Front | BMW Duolever; central spring strut | |
| Suspension Rear | BMW Paralever | |
| Brakes Front | Dual floating disc brakes, 4-piston fixed calipers, diameter 320 mm | |
| Brakes Rear | Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, dual-piston floating caliper | |
| Tires Front | 120/70 ZR 17 | |
| Tires Rear | 190/55 ZR 17 | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.0 gal (26.5 l) | |
| Color | Mars red metallic | |
ELECTRICAL |
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| Alternator | Three-phase 700 W alternator | |
| Battery | 12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free | |
| Headlight | Xenon headlight | |
| Tail Light | ||
DIMENSIONS |
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| Overall Length | 100.8″ (2,560 mm) | |
| Overall Width | 39.4″ (1,000 mm) | |
| Overall Height | 56.7″ (1,440 mm) | |
| Wheelbase | 63.7” (1,618 mm) | |
| Castor | 4.2” (106.4 mm) | |
| Seat Height | Extra High Seat: 31.9″, High Seat: 30.7″, Standard Seat 29.5″ | |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled |
802 lbs (364 kg) |
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WARRANTY |
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2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America Features
Engine guard.
Premium chrome badge.
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Audio System.
Reverse Assist.
Audio system including set-up of the navigation.
Floorboards.
High windscreen.
2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America Photos
2021 BMW K 1600 Grand America Videos
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